We are looking for an experienced Database Administrator to support and optimize critical database environments for a contract assignment in Illinois. This contract position is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate who brings deep expertise in database performance, stability, and capacity planning across complex Microsoft SQL Server landscapes. The role will focus on improving efficiency, safeguarding availability, and providing clear technical guidance to a range of stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze database performance trends and resolve bottlenecks using wait statistics, execution plan reviews, and deadlock investigation techniques.<br>• Design and refine indexing approaches to improve query efficiency and support large-scale data processing workloads.<br>• Administer high-availability database environments, including clustered deployments, AlwaysOn configurations, and multi-instance setups.<br>• Use monitoring and diagnostic platforms such as Redgate, SQL profiling tools, and stress-testing solutions to evaluate system health and performance.<br>• Partner with technical teams to optimize partitioning strategies for large datasets and strengthen overall database reliability.<br>• Support database-related components and processes connected to SSIS and SSRS within the broader data environment.<br>• Configure and maintain database server settings in coordination with Windows Server administration, including memory allocation, access controls, and security practices.<br>• Communicate analysis results, risks, and recommended improvements clearly to both technical audiences and business stakeholders.
We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a real estate and property organization in Chicago, Illinois on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for a hands-on builder who can create and improve modern data pipelines, manage core data platforms, and support reliable data delivery across the business. You will work within the Azure ecosystem to develop scalable solutions that connect multiple data sources, strengthen data quality, and enable informed decision-making.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, build, and enhance end-to-end data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and/or Azure Data Factory for production use.<br>• Manage and improve the data environment with a strong ownership mindset, ensuring performance, reliability, and maintainability.<br>• Integrate data from varied sources such as APIs, databases, and flat files into structured, usable datasets.<br>• Develop data models and schema designs that support reporting, analytics, and downstream business needs.<br>• Monitor data quality and implement validation checks, troubleshooting issues through root cause analysis and continuous optimization.<br>• Create scalable cloud-based data solutions within Azure that support long-term operational and analytical goals.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to translate business questions into practical data engineering solutions.<br>• Contribute to orchestration, automation, and ongoing support of data workflows using modern engineering tools and programming languages.
<p>We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a team on a Long-term Contract assignment. This position will play a key role in strengthening an established Microsoft Fabric environment by building scalable data solutions that improve reliability, accessibility, and business value. The ideal candidate brings strong technical depth in modern data engineering, paired with the ability to evaluate data design choices thoughtfully and communicate effectively with stakeholders. You will work with business-facing data needs while helping shape well-structured datasets that support reporting, analytics, and long-term platform maturity.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Expand and enhance an existing Microsoft Fabric data platform to improve performance, consistency, and downstream usability.</p><p>• Develop layered data solutions using Bronze, Silver, and Gold design principles, with particular attention to delivering trusted and analytics-ready Gold datasets.</p><p>• Create and refine data models that support accurate reporting by evaluating data relationships, structure, quality, and business context.</p><p>• Build ingestion and transformation pipelines for Salesforce data along with additional source systems used across the organization.</p><p>• Contribute to the evolution of reporting and warehousing practices by reducing dependence on legacy approaches and spreadsheet-driven processes.</p><p>• Work autonomously on technical deliverables while providing clear updates on milestones, design decisions, dependencies, and potential issues.</p><p>• Partner with business stakeholders to understand reporting needs and translate them into effective data structures that support analytics and visualization tools.</p><p>• Use data engineering technologies such as Python, Spark, ETL frameworks, and related platform capabilities to deliver scalable solutions.</p><p>• Support report-oriented data design by preparing curated datasets that align with Power BI and other business intelligence use cases.</p>
We are looking for a Data Engineer to join a growing financial services organization in Chicago, Illinois. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who enjoys building in a developing data environment, contributing to a modern cloud-based platform, and helping shape the next phase of the team’s capabilities. You will work closely with key data stakeholders in a nimble setting where initiative, sound judgment, and adaptability are highly valued.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and support data workflows that collect, refine, and deliver information across a contemporary cloud ecosystem.<br>• Develop and enhance scalable data pipelines using Python and automated ingestion platforms such as Fivetran or comparable tools.<br>• Model and transform datasets within Snowflake to enable reliable analytics and downstream business intelligence reporting.<br>• Collaborate closely with the data architect to expand and improve the organization’s overall data infrastructure.<br>• Contribute to reporting readiness by preparing curated datasets for visualization tools including Power BI and Sigma.<br>• Monitor pipeline performance and resolve data issues to maintain accuracy, consistency, and dependable delivery.<br>• Assess emerging technologies and recommend practical additions to the data stack as business needs evolve.<br>• Work effectively in a fast-paced team environment where priorities can shift and new tooling may be introduced regularly.
<p>We are seeking a skilled <strong>Systems Administrator</strong> to support, maintain, and enhance enterprise infrastructure environments. This role is responsible for day-to-day administration of servers, systems, and related technologies, as well as troubleshooting issues, supporting end users, and ensuring reliable system performance. The ideal candidate has strong technical experience, a proactive mindset, and the ability to work across multiple infrastructure platforms.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Administer, maintain, and support physical and virtual server environments</li><li>Monitor system performance, availability, and security</li><li>Install, configure, patch, and upgrade operating systems and server applications</li><li>Troubleshoot hardware, software, and infrastructure issues in a timely manner</li><li>Manage user accounts, permissions, and access controls</li><li>Support Active Directory, group policies, file services, and related enterprise systems</li><li>Assist with backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes</li><li>Maintain system documentation, procedures, and inventory records</li><li>Collaborate with network, security, cloud, and help desk teams to resolve issues and improve operations</li><li>Participate in on-call support or after-hours maintenance as needed</li></ul>